Qc Micro Expert
Pubblicato il 05-08-2026 - Novartis in Ivrea
**Summary**:
As a Micro QC Expert, you will be in charge of the execution and documentation of biological and microbiological testing in conformity to GMP standards and SOPs.
Maintenance of the Micro laboratory compliance status and resolution of compliance-related issue. Competency in core activities of the microbiology laboratory such as hygiene, plating, aseptic technique, documentation and Environmental investigation. Perform investigation assessing the impact of microbiologically linked events to the safety of the product. Perform periodic training and qualification of analyst. **About the Role**:
**Key responsibilities**: - Perform Micro / EM analysis of batches according to internal SOPs;
- Execute process validation protocols, method validation protocols and every study tied to drug products involved in technology transfer for the field of expertise.
- Promptly report to Quality Control Head and Qualified Person any deviation and/or out of specification detected during the analysis activities; cooperate with all the departments at the resolution of extra-laboratory investigations and put in place corrective and preventive actions and guarantee the correct flow and timely closure.
- Perform instrument performance qualification tests, routine maintenance and cleaning for QC equipment and support external specialized personnel in carrying out extraordinary maintenance/qualification activities; collaborate in the maintenance of good conditions of laboratories, instruments and work environment.
- Register the analysis correctly and in compliance with ALCOA+ principles other than the relevant applicable SOPs and collaborate in keeping quality control SOPs updated.
- Microbiological related training of new personnel; support the Aseptic operations in production and Quality; support for EM sampling plan definition and risk assessment and supervise the EM sampling and planning in collaboration with Production; media fill follow up and supervision.
- Assure that all the relevant internal changes are managed with Change Controls.
- Guarantee the correctness and the update of the QC SOPs and verify the compliance of them with Pharmacopoeias and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with QC Head for the periodical self-inspections and external audits (Health Authorities, Certified Bodies, Supplier). **Essential requirements**: - Biology or biotech degree;
- Previous experience in a similar role within the pharmaceutical industry;
- Fluent in Italian. Good knowledge of English. **Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve. Division Operations Business Unit Innovative Medicines Location Italy Site Ivrea Company / Legal Entity IT58 (FCRS = IT058) Advanced Accelerator Applications Italy Srl Functional Area Quality Job Type Tempo pieno Employment Type Regular Shift Work No Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.